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Josh Hutcherson Cringes at His Hunger Games Rock Look
26 Apr
Summary
- Josh Hutcherson admits he's ashamed of Hunger Games rock camouflage scene.
- He spent 45 minutes in a snake pit for the makeup application.
- Hutcherson will reprise his role as Peeta in 2026's Sunrise on the Reaping.
Actor Josh Hutcherson, who gained fame as Peeta in The Hunger Games series, has revealed a scene that continues to make him uncomfortable. He confessed to feeling ashamed of the rock camouflage makeup his character wore during one of the Games.
Hutcherson shared that the application for this particular scene involved him lying in a snake pit for 45 minutes. Upon seeing the playback, he found it amusing and questioned the character's ability to achieve such detailed camouflage with limited resources.
Despite this memorable, albeit awkward, moment, Hutcherson cherishes his time in The Hunger Games, describing the films as reflecting important global themes. He has expressed willingness to play Peeta again, a sentiment that will be realized with his confirmed return for the 2026 movie, Sunrise on the Reaping, alongside Jennifer Lawrence.
The upcoming film, scheduled for release on November 20th, 2026, will see Hutcherson and Lawrence revisit their iconic roles as Peeta and Katniss. Fans eagerly anticipate their return, especially considering Hutcherson's past dislike for dyeing his hair blonde for the role, leading to hopes for a wig this time around.
